This inventor holds 2 USPTO granted patents and 2 published patent applications, plus 1 CIPO patent and 2 EPO patents. Top assignees: A. National Research Council of Canada, National Research Council of Canada. Active years: 2025-2026.
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Title: Innovations of Keith Morton in Digital Microfluidics
Introduction
Keith Morton is an accomplished inventor based in St-Bruno, Canada. He has made significant contributions to the field of digital microfluidics, particularly in the area of oil-encapsulated systems. His innovative techniques have the potential to enhance the functionality and efficiency of microfluidic devices.
Latest Patents
One of Keith Morton's notable patents is titled "Oil residue protection in oil-encapsulated digital microfluidics." This patent describes a technique for supplying droplet content of an oil-encapsulated digital microfluidic (DμF) network to a region sensitive to oil contact. The method involves sealing off a boundary surrounding the sensitive region with a volume of liquid that is miscible with the payload of the oil-encapsulated droplets. The sensitive region may be an opening to a microfluidic channel or a sensor surface. The sealing can be achieved by transporting an unencapsulated droplet over the OE-DμF chip or by injecting the liquid into the microfluidic channel. A suitable treatment of the boundary may anchor the liquid to the boundary, preventing removal by ordinary OE-DμF operations. The remainder of the surfaces of unit cells on the DμF chip may provide a higher droplet contact angle. Keith Morton holds 1 patent in this innovative area.
Career Highlights
Keith Morton is currently associated with the National Research Council of Canada, where he continues to explore advancements in microfluidic technologies. His work has been instrumental in developing methods that improve the reliability and performance of digital microfluidic systems.
Collaborations
One of his notable collaborators is Daniel Brassard, with whom he has worked on various projects related to microfluidics. Their combined expertise has contributed to the advancement of research in this field.
Conclusion
Keith Morton's innovative work in digital microfluidics, particularly his patented techniques for oil residue protection, showcases his commitment to advancing technology in this area. His contributions are paving the way for more efficient microfluidic applications in various industries.
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